Scala Developer

Our client, a major streaming company, is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Software Engineer to join their dynamic engineering team. In this role, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and deploying scalable and efficient software solutions using Scala or Java stacks, and TypeScript. You will work with cutting-edge technologies in cloud computing, containerization, distributed systems, and observability. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in full-stack development, modern DevOps practices, and experience working with cloud-native technologies such as AWS and Kubernetes.

Location: NY/NJ or CA- Must work EST Hours.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Full-Stack Development: Design, develop, and maintain scalable, secure, and efficient software applications using Scala or Java stacks and TypeScript.
• Cloud Infrastructure: Utilize AWS services (CFN, EC2, Lambda, S3, Dynamo, etc.) to deploy and manage applications in the cloud.
• Containerization & Orchestration: Implement containerized solutions using Docker, deploy and manage services on Kubernetes.
• Distributed Systems: Design and build distributed systems that are fault-tolerant, highly available, and scalable. Understand concepts such as event-driven architecture, microservices, and data consistency.
• Observability & Monitoring: Implement and maintain observability best practices, including tagging, metrics, and logging to provide comprehensive visibility into system performance. Use tools like Datadog to monitor the health and performance of applications in real-time.
• Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams including product managers, UI/UX designers, and DevOps engineers to define requirements, design systems, and deliver features.
• Code Quality & Best Practices: Write clean, maintainable, and testable code while following best practices for software development. Perform code reviews and provide mentorship to junior engineers on and offshore.
• Problem-Solving & Innovation: Tackle complex technical challenges and continuously seek opportunities to improve system performance, scalability, and reliability.

BUSINESS UNIT: DATA PLATFORMS

• 7+ years of experience in software development, with a focus on Scala or Java development stacks
• Strong experience with TypeScript and building full-stack applications.
• Hands-on experience with AWS cloud services and Kubernetes for container orchestration.
• Solid understanding of distributed systems and how to design and scale them.
• Experience in building observability solutions using tools like Datadog, including tagging, metrics, and logging.
• Proficiency with CI/CD pipelines and modern development tools.
• Strong understanding of RESTful APIs, Microservices Architecture, and Event-Driven Architecture.
• Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.
• Senior Software Engineer for Single Pane of Glass Observability Application
• Full Stack Scala/Java, Http4s/Spring Boot, Typescript, AWS, Datadog/Observability, Kubernetes

NICE TO HAVE:

• Prior experience in managing or giving technical direction to teams/other engineers.
• Experience in Agile software development practices and version control systems (e.g., Git, Jira).
• Experience in Istio and Spinnaker

ADDITIONAL SKILLS FOR THE SENIOR SOFTWARE ENGINEER ROLE INCLUDE:

• Experience with large enterprise environments to handle observability and monitoring of extensive ecosystems.

• Proficiency in observability tools such as Datadog, Splunk, and ELK stack (ElasticSearch, Logstash, Kibana).

• Familiarity with infrastructure tools like Kubernetes and Terraform for setting up and managing alerts.

• Strong communication skills to interact with multiple teams and gather necessary information.

• Experience with AWS services, including CloudFormation, Lambda, and DynamoDB.

• Full-stack development skills, with a preference for Scala or Java, and front-end technologies like TypeScript.

What you will work on:

• Team Focus: The team will build a tool called "single pane of glass" for observability, addressing gaps in current tools for monitoring user flows, such as purchase flows

• Emphasis on Observability: The role requires strong skills in observability, including working with Datadog and Kubernetes, and infrastructure knowledge.

• Immediate Needs: Candidates must have expertise from the start, particularly in areas like STO, as the team currently lacks this knowledge.

• Project Phase: The project is in the proof-of-concept phase, with nothing built yet, making it an ideal time for new members to join.

The skill sets needed for the AAP three-level senior software engineer job include:

• Observability Tools: Proficiency in working with observability tools like Datadog.

• Infrastructure Knowledge: Experience with Kubernetes and infrastructure-related tasks.

• Programming Languages: Preference for Scala, but Java is also acceptable.

• UI Development: Skills in building UIs, specifically using TypeScript.

• Proof of Concept Development: Ability to work in the proof-of-concept phase and build tools from scratch.

The skills needed for the position include:

• Observability and Monitoring: Experience with observability tools and monitoring large ecosystems.

• Kubernetes: Proficiency in working with Kubernetes.

• AWS: Familiarity with AWS services such as CloudFormation, Lambda, and DynamoDB.

• Programming Languages: Preference for Scala, but Java is also acceptable.

• UI Development: Experience with TypeScript and other front-end technologies.

• Communication Skills: Ability to communicate effectively with multiple teams to gather information and requirements.

• Infrastructure Knowledge: Understanding of infrastructure components and their integration.